Armstrong Antlers & Anglers Sportsman’s Showcase at the Ashland County Fairgrounds
Antlers & Anglers Sportsman’s Showcase is an annual event created by Armstrong, to celebrate the great outdoors. From hunting and fishing, to hiking and water sports, the Sportsman’s Showcase has something for every outdoor enthusiast!
Enjoy tomorrow’s seminars, demonstrations, food vendors, prizes, and giveaways!
Outback Ray will be there tomorrow at 1:00 pm with his exotic animals.
Proceeds from this two-day event at the Ashland Fairgrounds will benefit Ashland ACCESS.
This event will reconvene TOMORROW AT 11 AM – 4 PM.
Had a chance to sit down in a Zoom video meeting with Eli Yoder, who left the Old Order Amish, that was much like the Swartzentruber community in Northern Ashland County.
We spoke on the subject of Amish clan who have disregarded Ohio’s new buggy law, refused to pay fines or court cost on the citations they received, by not putting a yellow flashing light on their buggies.
The final countdown for paying their fines is 1pm tomorrow. That is when they are set to appear before Judge John L. Good, of the Ashland Municipal Court.
Due to decreasing community spread and higher immunity in our communities, OhioHealth will end the masking requirement for asymptomatic individuals in all hospitals, outpatient care centers and physician offices beginning Friday, April 14.
Masking may be required for visitors based on specific patient situations, such as when a patient is in isolation. Masks are also recommended for visitors if they are experiencing any respiratory symptoms.
Masks will continue to be made available for those who wish to wear them.
COLUMBUS – State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) encourages citizens of Ashland and Medina Counties to nominate distinguished veterans within the community for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame class of 2023.
The Ohio Department of Veterans Services is accepting nominations for men and women who have served in the armed forces that have continued to serve their communities through public service, volunteering, and more.
“Our men and women in the armed forces all deserve praise for their courage and bravery in serving our country,” Miller said. “I’m pleased to announce these nominations being available to those veterans who have gone above and beyond with their efforts and dedication to our communities throughout the 67th House District.”
Both Ashland and Medina Counties have had several veterans become inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame.
The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame, launched in 1992, is dedicated to honoring veterans that have certain achievements and contributions outside of and beyond military service.
To be eligible for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame, a veteran nominee must meet certain criteria. The nominee must have been recognized for post-military achievements, be a past or current Ohio resident, received an honorable discharge, and be of good moral character. Additionally, the veteran must have made significant contributions at the local, state, or national level by achieving excellence in their selected fields.
For more information on the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame and to submit a nomination, visit the Ohio Department of Veterans Services website at www.dvs.ohio.gov. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, June 1.
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State Representative Melanie Miller is currently serving her first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. She represents the 67th House District, which includes all of Ashland County and the western portion of Medina County.
Chief Eric Winbigler Butler Police Department released the following statement:
On 04/11/2023 at approximately 0600 hours, the Butler Police Department was dispatched to the area of 132 Cleveland St. in reference to a subject walking the sidewalk with a long gun and pointing it at vehicles traveling through the area.
When police arrived, the suspect was located, and he retreated into a residence. Responding Butler and Bellville officers were then met with gunfire. Additional units were then deployed from Richland County Sheriff’s Department, and the State Highway Patrol.
After some time, the suspect did emerge from the residence and was subsequently arrested. During the investigation, a search warrant was obtained and issued on the residence. In compliance with the search warrant multiple firearms, drugs, and drug paraphernalia was seized.
As the investigation continued, and with an abundance of caution Ashland County Bomb Squad was summoned to the scene to retrieve several items of question.
I want to thank all the responding officers for their assistance, and professionalism throughout this event. I also want to insure the public that their safety is of our primary concern and we appreciate the understanding as we navigated a delicate situation.
The Ashland County Historical Society Spring Speaker Series “Tea with Melanie Miller”
The Ashland County Historical Society will conclude their Spring Speaker Series by hosting, “Tea with Melanie Miller”, on Sunday, May 7th, at the Freer Home, 1260 Center Street, from 1p.m. to 3 p.m. Melanie will share her pageant experiences and speak about events that shaped her career. An added attraction at the event will be the display of her lovely gowns, pageant wear, and a sit-down afternoon tea with light refreshments.
Melanie’s experiences lead her to become involved in the community. She will speak about her passion for helping others and inspiring women everywhere to follow their passions. She was featured in the documentary “Yellow Roses: Real Girls. Real Life. Real Hope,” Melanie served as a spokesperson for the film traveling around the country and discussing the pressures young women face as they come of age in today’s society. Her message is designed to help every young woman discover her priceless value.
Melanie is a woman of many talents. Her experiences as a singer, dancer, and television personality have inspired many women to follow their passions. Melanie was crowned Miss Ohio in 2006 and went on to represent the Buckeye State at the Miss America Pageant in 2007. In 2011 she won the Mrs. Ohio Pageant and went on to compete in the Mrs. America Pageant.
Seating is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available on our website at ashlandhistory.org, Ashland County Historical Society Facebook page, over the phone at 419-289-3111, or in person at 420 Center Street, Ashland. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.
Tyrone Cheeks Age: 43
Black / Male / 5’11’’ / 170 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for probation violation on the original charge of aggravated robbery F1.
Ties to Mansfield area.
Draven Warters Age: 20
Black / Male / 5’10’’ / 140 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a probation violation on the original charge of improper handling of a firearm and carry a concealed weapon F4.
Ties to the Mansfield area.
Marquis Morris Age: 34
Black / Male / 6’0’’ / 180 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for felonious assault F2.
Ties to the Mansfield area.
Richard Kiser Age: 56
White / Male / 5’7’’ / 180 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a failing to provide change of address as sex offender
Ties to the Mansfield, New Philadelphia, Conneaut, Bergholz, Lawrenceburg, TN
Reward money is available for information directly leading to an arrest. Anyone with information concerning any of these fugitives can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force office at 419-774-3565 or the tip line at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833) or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.
The NOVFTF Akron Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:
United States Marshals Service, Mansfield Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Richland County Probation, Richland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Bucyrus Police Department, Galion Police Department, Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, Loudonville Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ontario Police Department, Plymouth Police Department, Willard Police Department and Crestline Police Department.
ASHLAND COUNTY – The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Ashland County this week. All outlined work is weather permitting.
U.S. Route 42 slide repair – U.S. 42, between Township Road 810 and County Road 700, will have single lane closures for a slide repair project. Crews will be constructing drilled shafts to correct and prevent roadway slippage. Traffic will be maintained at all times. Estimated completion: October 2023
U.S. Route 42 bridge repairs – NEW IMPACTS – U.S. 42 at the structure just south of Township Road 793 will have single lane closures for bridge repairs. Estimated completion: September 2023
U.S. Route 250 bridge repairs – NEW IMPACTS – U.S. 250 at the structure just north of Township Road 1056 will have single lane closures for bridge repairs. Estimated completion: September 2023
State Route 511 bridge repair – NEW IMPACTS – State Route 511, between Township Road 704 and Township Road 754, will close Monday, April 17 for 60 days for a bridge repair project. The detour route for northbound motorists will be SR 511 to SR 302, west on SR 302 to U.S. 250, west on U.S. 250 to SR 60, north on SR 60 to U.S. 224, east on U.S. 224 to SR 511, and reverse for southbound motorists. Estimated completion: Friday, June 16, 2023
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Ashland University Department of Theatre will close out its 2022-23 season by presenting a festival of 10-minute plays Friday and Saturday, April 14-15, in the Studio Theatre of the Center for the Arts (331 College Ave.). To conclude this season’s theme, “Standing Up, Standing Out,” these student-directed short plays each have characters who stand up for themselves and stand out by making choices that will change their lives.
Admission is free, but seating is limited. Tickets are available from the directors or at the door.
Anthony Marchetta, a junior journalism and digital media major, is directing “I Can’t Think of It Right Now.” The comedy is a scene of a common life experience, as a couple tries to remember the name of an actor, movie or song. A quiet evening at home for Marsha (performed by Meredith Morgan) and John (Aaron Stephens) is disrupted when they can’t think of the movie with “the guy with the blue paint across his face.”
The play “People Will Talk” by Scott Mullen will be directed by senior musical theatre major Katie Snell. Two strangers, Martha (Rhiannon Reed) and Owen (Camden Edwards) meet on a ledge and discuss who gets to jump first. As they talk, they learn about one another and come to decisions about their own lives. This play deals with topics for mature audiences, such as suicide, suicidal ideation and drinking alcohol.
Senior theatre major Tiffany Sims is directing “Sun Dried” by Edna Ferber and adapted for the stage by Walter Wykes. Set in 1912, this play is about a girl (Leanna Uselton) from the country who moved to New York City to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. A kind janitor (Oliver Wagner) allows her on the rooftop to dry her hair in the sun, then a mystery man (Tobin Grendzynski) appears who might have the power to change the trajectory of her writing career.
A play within a play, “A Rebel Among the Wretched,” by Andrew Bliss will be directed by junior musical theatre major Mattie Vermilya. A celebrated drama about a dysfunctional family enthralls audiences night after night, but one of its characters (Leanna Uselton) decides that she has had enough doom and despair and wants to leave with her children (Ellie Nickoli and Rhiannon Reed) to join a musical.
“The Wedding Song” by Sam Graber is to be directed by junior theatre major Anthony McFee. During the first dance with his bride, a groom (Jesse Baker) is transported to other worlds by a mystical songkeeper (Gabrielle O’Brien). An ancient song delivers the key to eternal happiness.
Junior musical theatre major Tobin Grendzynski will direct “The Goon” by Pete Malicki. Two goons, Gary (Tia Shanklin) and Blarney (Ray Yeh), who work for a super villain (Belle Ayala), are in big trouble when one of them accidentally shoots a superhero. The vulgar pair of goons then take it upon themselves to hide the murder from their eccentric boss. This play contains adult language and subject matter.
Technical support is being provided by Hermalinda Abarca (stage manager), Becca Huegler (sound board operator) and Lily Dowler (light board operator). Seth Morrison ‘18 is serving as the technical director and D. Justin Bilewicz III ’09 as the costumer.
For more information, contact Teresa Durbin-Ames at tdurbin@ashland.edu or 419-289-5821.
Joe Lyons •
April 15, 2023
The Ashland County Historical Society Spring Speaker Series “Tea with Melanie Miller”
ASHLAND COUNTY – The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Ashland County this week. All outlined work is weather permitting.